Step-by-step procedure for installing new IPOD 30GB

I bought a 30GB iPod.  I tried to uninstall MusicMatch and run Ephpod.
I was successful one time only.  In subsequent synchs, although the
files would show up on EphPod, I was never able to see songs, etc. on
the iPod itself.  I restored several times and came to the conclusion
that my iPod may be defective.  I tried both the 2.60f and 2.70a
versions of Ephpod 2.  I am using Windows XP Pro and a laptop w/ a
4-prong firewire connection, so I can only upload a portion of my
database at a time before I run out of battery power.  
 
In any case, I am exchanging the iPod for a new one today and want to
install iPod to synch exclusively w/ Ephpod.  However, I also would like
to install MusicMatch 8.0 after the EphPod is successfully set up.  I
plan to use MusicMatch for SuperTagging and some ripping.   (I did take
a look at Media Center 9 and like its interface very much, but thought
its CD lookup features were very weak.)
 
I have read various threads but none address systematically the
questions below.
 
My specific questions.
 
1.  What is the proper step-by-ste procedure for configuring a new 30GB
iPod out of the box and installing EphPod using Windows XP?
 
2.  Which version of Ephpod should I use. 2.60 or 2.70+?
 
3.  Anything special needed for Audible file support?
 
4.  Are there any problems that I should be aware of when installing
MusicMatch 8 (w/o Ephpod support).
 
Thanks, in advance, for listening to me.  Advice will be appreciated.
 
Ina
 
 



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